Frenchtown

Anchored along the Clark Fork River, Frenchtown sits in a valley once called qua elth—“state of tranquility”—by the region’s first inhabitants. The name still fits. Just 15 minutes from Missoula, the community pairs easy access with an atmosphere of calm, shaped by cottonwood-lined riverbanks and open meadows framed by forested hills.

Frenchtown State Park’s spring-fed pond creates a glassy, reflective surface for a serene setting, while the King Ranch Golf Course stretches across wide fairways bathed in pastoral light. The historic St. John the Baptist Catholic Church adds an interesting architectural element.

Locally rooted stops like Old Bull Brewing and Alcan Bar & Grill lend small-town character, while nearby trails and the Clark Fork River provide countless vantage points for golden-hour light.

Visitor + Business Information

Government

Missoula County

Fire + Safety

Hospitals

Community Medical Center (Missoula) – 17 miles from Frenchtown
Providence St. Patrick Hospital (Missoula) – 16 miles from Frenchtown

Transportation

Missoula Montana Airport – 10 miles from Frenchtown, offering nonstop flights to major U.S. cities, including Los Angeles

Population

1,570 (2022)

Elevation

3,045’

Climate

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average High	35	39	49	56	66	75	88	85	74	58	42	33
Average Low	21	21	27	32	39	46	52	50	43	34	26	20

Public Lands

Accommodations

Nearby Missoula offers a large number and wide array of accommodations, including bed and breakfasts, hotels, motels, vacation homes and RV parks. Click here for options.